Origin and History of THROAT

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Throat is a surname of English origin. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words throte, meaning throat, and throp, meaning small village. This suggests that the original Throat family were likely small landowners in a rural area. The name Throat is most commonly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in the counties of Hampshire and Wiltshire. It is also found in Scotland and Ireland, although it is less common in these countries. The Throat surname is believed to have first appeared in the 14th century, and is believed to have been in use in England since that time. Variations of the name include Thrott, Throatte, Throtton, and Throt.